
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
M. Foster Olive(Author)
Chelsea House Publications (Publisher)
2nd Edition
Will be published approx. on 1. September 2020
Book
Paperback/Softback
94 pages
979-8-88725-311-4 (ISBN)
Description
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is the name of a group of attention-related symptoms that are often found together, especially in children and young adults. ADHD often starts to become apparent in the middle elementary school years, and symptoms can last into adulthood. Symptoms include inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. It is estimated that ADHD affects approximately 2 million children in the United States. This comprehensive book explores the nature of ADHD, its history, how it is diagnosed and treated, and its possible causes.
Chapters include:
- Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Different Types of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Neurobiology of Attention and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Conditions and Causes That Are Incorrectly Correlated with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Genes and Environment in Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Medications
- Methods for Managing Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Outlook for Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
More details
Edition
Second Edition
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Edition type
New edition
Product notice
Hardback (stationery)
Dimensions
Height: 229 mm
Width: 152 mm
Thickness: 5 mm
Weight
136 gr
ISBN-13
979-8-88725-311-4 (9798887253114)
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